Gaming Commission Launches Revamped Responsible Gaming Program
With its second commercial casino set to open, the Massachusetts Gaming Commission has launched a new version of its GameSense responsible gaming program.
You Can’t Bet On Celtics Games Yet, But The NBA And MGM Deal Is A Promising Sign
The National Basketball Association has named MGM Resorts International as its official gaming partner. But despite the fact MGM will open up a $950 million casino resort in Springfield before the end of August, gamblers still won’t be able to …
Crisis Averted: MA Legislature Makes Horseracing Legal Again After Snafu
During the hustle and bustle of the final day of the 2018 legislative session, the Massachusetts legislature thought it passed a bill that would keep horse racing and simulcast racing legal in the state for another year. They were mistaken. …
Rodney Butler Named Interim CEO Of Foxwoods – For Now
Foxwoods Resort Casino has named Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Council Chairman Rodney Butler as its interim CEO. Previous president and CEO Felix Rappaport was found dead in the Foxwoods suite he called home in June. Foul play is not suspected. Rappaport, …
Encore Boston Harbor Has Another Messy Legal Battle On Its Hands
The battle over the deal for the land where Encore Boston Harbor is being built is heating up, with lawsuits being filed by one former partial land owner and Wynn Resorts.
Do Not Pass Go, Do Not Collect $200, Go Directly To MGM Springfield Free Parking
MGM Springfield officials have confirmed parking will be free inside the 3,400-space parking garage under construction on the property.
Get A Room: MGM Springfield Starts Taking Reservations
Set to become the Massachusetts first gaming resort when it opens August 24, MGM Springfield began taking room reservations July 2.
Foxwoods Wants To Keep The Party Going Like MGM Springfield
The Massachusetts Gaming Commission voted in favor of the new MGM Springfield resort casino serving alcohol until 4 a.m. Now, Connecticut gaming tribes are asking local lawmakers to give its nearby casinos the same rights. The commission voted 4-1 Thursday …
Gov. Baker Says Massachusetts Sports Betting Must Wait
Gov. Charlie Baker told the Boston Herald there’s already too much on state legislators plates to think sports betting until next year.
Treasurer Hopes MA Lottery Doesn’t Go The Way Of Toys R Us
Massachusetts State Treasurer and Receiver General Deborah Goldberg says if the Massachusetts Lottery does not go online soon, it may become irrelevant.